2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 511 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |
